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Quinoa
Cooked
Red Pepper
Halved, Seeds Removed
Scallion
Chopped
Fresh Garden Peas
Garbanzo Beans
Canned, Drained
Salsa
Your Favorite
Sriracha Sauce
Mexican Shredded Cheese
Salt
Pepper
Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
Preheat oven to 350 F.
Cut the red pepper in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
Chop the scallion (white and light green parts).
In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chopped scallions, fresh garden peas, canned garbanzo beans, your favorite salsa, Sriracha sauce, shredded Mexican cheese, salt, and pepper to taste.
Stuff the pepper halves with the quinoa mixture.
Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
Bake at 350 F for 30-40 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let cool slightly and serve.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of Sriracha sauce to control the spiciness.
Add other vegetables like corn or zucchini to the filling.
Top with avocado or sour cream after baking.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
The filling can be made ahead of time.
Serve the stuffed pepper halves on a plate and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Serve with a side of guacamole and tortilla chips.
Serve with a simple green salad.
Complements the spice and savory flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Reflects a blend of Mexican and American influences on vegetarian cuisine.
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